AquaBrick Storage Containers w Ventless Spigot Cap, Portable Stackable Water Storage Containers 3 Gal, Long Term Food Storage Containers 20 lbs, Outdoor Beverage Dispenser, 6 Cont PK + Spigot

Testing seals for leaks. So far so good. Will update if any failures are detected. Seals are rather soft and deform with a deep groove after removing. This happens whether you tighten gently or crank down hard. I expect deformation is normal and desirable. Seal may stick to the mouth of container when lid is removed, so watch that when reattaching lids. I'd pull the seal off the collar, set back into the lid, smooth it out with a finger tip all around, then reattach. Hopefully this action resists multiple cross-over-deformations or seal damage. So far I think a gentle tighten is sufficient to prevent leaking. Finger tight to barely snug, then tug just a little more. Not much. This is in response to others who had problems with leaks which may now be addressed. I will probably get a spare set of seals in case, for very long term use. If one does fail or gets lost, I will be wanting a spare right then, not later.There are 5 lids and 1 tap/lid. I'd prefer to have 6 lids for storage and 1 tap/lid for when tapping is actually needed. I may get a spare lid. If I took it camping, I would definitely not carry it with the tap/lid attached, and not get it bumped around in travel. Its thin and would want to resist breakage in transit.Parts of the tap are rather thin. Don't tell your overgrown teenage boy who might not be too sensitive or thoughtful yet to "close the tap REAL GOOD". You may have a problem. Something like that. Really a simple turn is sufficient. But I like how they have a vent tube inserted INTO the spigot. I was wondering if I could source a stainless steel one like from my gravity feed water filter and put on instead for durability, but it wouldn't have the venting feature. Hole size is different but I could buy a spare lid and modify, but no vent. Others wouldn't want to bother with that but some of us think that way. I'd like to see a whole redesign, with a travel cap over the tap, or something more durable. But that would probably cost more, so how necessary is it?Sagan, I am wondering if the material used for the seal is something that easily will sit on the shelf for a long time, UNUSED, and not break-down. Should I keep spare seals out of UV or in or NOT in a zip bag or other plastic container? Separate from each other? Some plastics like rubber bands get gooey when stored with other plastic. Store away from heat? What's best?Besides all the above, the containers are great. Compared to other military-looking, sturdy-looking hard plastic containers, the cost is not much different. These STACK nicely while others don't. The molded double-handles make easy carry. Now I have them, I am satisfied with price/performance, except I'd like a spare lid in the box.

Not much to say. They do their job as containers. They're durable and they stack well. Spigot works well. One was leaky and they sent me a replacement with no fuss.

I love how practical these are, however they are quite expensive for the state they came in. Three of the containers have a messed up seal, and slowly leak water. The Three that don't leak fit perfectly in the trunk of my car, and don't slide around since I put them on a small rubber mat. The Three that do leak water still function well when placed brightside up, and since I'm not going to be able to fit any more in my car, they work great when stored at home. You can also fill them with things like oats, rice, beans, etc. if they don't hold water well. They are made from high quality, non toxic plastic, and that's probably why they're so expensive.

The size is just right for us older people to carry around. Easy to set on a counter or table and use the spick-et that comes with the set. I will use for my emergency water supply. I have 3 set on a rolling shelf with my emergency food and supplies so if I have to go, I will roll over to my truck or small house trailer and get out of town. Great idea with the stack able set up!

Very high quality. I plan to purchase more.